Umicore SA 2006 IR
The report highlights Umicore's performance in 2006, marking the full integration of economic, environmental, and social elements into a single comprehensive document. The company achieved record financial results, driven by its Precious Metals Services and Precious Metals Products and Catalysts businesses. On the environmental front, Umicore reported decreased water and energy consumption, alongside reduced metal and greenhouse gas emissions, while continuing historical soil remediation in Belgium and France. Although the company introduced new social objectives across its sites, it fell short of its safety targets, experiencing an increase in accident frequency. Additionally, Umicore prepared for the upcoming REACH regulations and expanded its clean technology investments, particularly in Asia.
Company: Umicore SA
Sector: Materials
Country: Belgium
Year: 2006
Type: IR
Pages: 134
Umicore SA
Report To Shareholders And Society
The report highlights Umicore's performance in 2006, marking the full integration of economic, environmental, and social elements into a single comprehensive document. The company achieved record financial results, driven by its Precious Metals Services and Precious Metals Products and Catalysts businesses. On the environmental front, Umicore reported decreased water and energy consumption, alongside reduced metal and greenhouse gas emissions, while continuing historical soil remediation in Belgium and France. Although the company introduced new social objectives across its sites, it fell short of its safety targets, experiencing an increase in accident frequency. Additionally, Umicore prepared for the upcoming REACH regulations and expanded its clean technology investments, particularly in Asia.
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Document Details
Report Year
2006
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2006 - Dec 31, 2006
Fiscal Year
2006
Type
Integrated Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Assurance
ESG Data?Experimental — AI-extracted data, may contain inaccuracies
Energy Consumption
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Employees